Long Island Bankruptcy Law Blog
What is the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act?
New York residents like you may get into situations in which you end up struggling with debt. There are numerous different reasons that backslides into ...
Read MoreOptions for debtors who suspend Chapter 13 payments
One of the problems some New York residents have with Chapter 13 bankruptcies is that they take three to five years to complete. The problem ...
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between good and bad debt?
There is such a thing as good debt. The trick is learning the difference between which debt will cause you problems and which debt will ...
Read MoreWhat is the Chapter 7 timeline?
When you file bankruptcy, it may feel like you do a lot in the beginning and then sit around waiting for a long time before ...
Read MoreWhat are priority debts?
When you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must create a repayment plan that lists all of your debts, but the court does not treat ...
Read MoreTraffic accidents, credit card debt and bankruptcy
If you were recently involved in an auto accident, our law firm realizes how tough your life likely is at the moment, especially if you ...
Read MoreFiling for bankruptcy when married
There is perhaps no more dreaded word in the world of finance than bankruptcy. Many people in New York view it as the end of ...
Read MoreUsing your credit card responsibly
Having a credit card is a helpful way for you to establish credit and build your score. However, irresponsibly or carelessly using your credit card ...
Read MoreCredit basics
Credit, on the face of things, seems simple. As explained by the Federal Trade Commission, a simple definition of credit would be as follows: People ...
Read MoreNew Yorkers carry a high burden of student debt
For individuals in their 20s and 30s, student loan debt continues to affect overall financial well-being. Until at least very recently, recent trends show student ...
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